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BAREFEET RETREAT

17.37 m/ 57.00 Ft Matrix Yachts

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SPECIAL FEATURES:

  • Sleeps 10 guests
  • 5.1m/16'9"
  • Shallow draft and fast speeds for reef exploration

GUEST ACCOMMODATION:

Barefeet Retreat accommodates up to 10 guests in 5 luxury queen cabins each with its own on-suite head and shower. All guest cabins are fully air-conditioned for guest comfort. Barefeet Retreat has a galley-up layout with all the modern amenities needed for the ultimate family and friend vacation.

Barefeet Retreat has full stainless steel side rails making her the preferred boat for kids.

Crew use port aft cabin.

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PERFORMANCE & RANGE:

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ONBOARD COMFORT & ENTERTAINMENT

  • Air conditioning and fans
  • Swim platforms
  • Heated deck showers
  • Watermaker and generators
  • WiFi internet access
  • Full surround sound system
  • i/Device docking stations
  • Cockpit icemaker
  • Barbecue

Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

Wheelchair Accessible

Games Consoles

Water Activities

BAREFEET RETREAT has the following Water Activities available:

No Person Kayaks

Water-Skis

1 x Wake Board

2 x Paddleboard

1 x Inflatable water toy

10 x Scuba Diving Equipment

Beach Games

For a full list of all available amenities & entertainment facilities, or price to hire additional equipment please contact your broker.

BAREFEET RETREAT ' CHARTER RATES & DESTINATIONS

High Rate: $32500 per week
Low Rate: $31600 per week

SUMMER SEASON

 

INQUIRE for availability for 2026/27 season
 

GENERAL NOTES: MINIMUM NIGHTS: 5, Inquire for less 
For 6 night charters, divide weekly rate by 7 nights X 6 nights. For 5 nights or less, divide weekly rate by 6 nights X number of nights.
BVI Ports Only - BVI taxes & fees are INCLUDED in the rate.

SLEEP ABOARD: 1/2 the daily rate. Dinner ashore at client expense. 
Includes boarding after 4pm, welcome cocktail and breakfast the next morning. Please no sleep aboards on 48hr turns.
EXCLUDES: Christmas and New Years

HALF-BOARD: Includes: 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners. Requires 3 lunches & 4 dinners ashore at client expense. Take $150 per person off standard rate 

LOCAL FARE: Includes 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners. Requires 2 lunches and 1 dinner ashore at client expense. Take $75 per person off standard rate. 


CHRISTMAS/NEW YEARS 2026/27: 
7 night minimum. 
CHRISTMAS: 1-10 guests @ $39,000 - charter must end by 12/26
NEW YEARS: 1-10 guests @ $48,000 - charter may not start prior to 12/28






 

Cruising Regions

Caribbean Virgin Islands (US/BVI), Caribbean Virgin Islands (BVI)

WINTER SEASON

 

INQUIRE for availability for 2026/27 season
 

GENERAL NOTES: MINIMUM NIGHTS: 5, Inquire for less 
For 6 night charters, divide weekly rate by 7 nights X 6 nights. For 5 nights or less, divide weekly rate by 6 nights X number of nights.
BVI Ports Only - BVI taxes & fees are INCLUDED in the rate.

SLEEP ABOARD: 1/2 the daily rate. Dinner ashore at client expense. 
Includes boarding after 4pm, welcome cocktail and breakfast the next morning. Please no sleep aboards on 48hr turns.
EXCLUDES: Christmas and New Years

HALF-BOARD: Includes: 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners. Requires 3 lunches & 4 dinners ashore at client expense. Take $150 per person off standard rate 

LOCAL FARE: Includes 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners. Requires 2 lunches and 1 dinner ashore at client expense. Take $75 per person off standard rate. 


CHRISTMAS/NEW YEARS 2026/27: 
7 night minimum. 
CHRISTMAS: 1-10 guests @ $39,000 - charter must end by 12/26
NEW YEARS: 1-10 guests @ $48,000 - charter may not start prior to 12/28






 

Cruising Regions

Caribbean Virgin Islands (US/BVI), Caribbean Virgin Islands (BVI)

Built (Year)

2020

Length

57 FT

Type

Cat

No. of Guests

10

No. of Cabins

5

Total Crew

2

CABIN CONFIGURATION

0 Master 5 Double

RATES:

High Rate: $32500 per week
Low Rate: $31600 per week

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TESTIMONIALS

Captain Matt and Kari,
It has been an absolute pleasure sailing around the islands and laughing more and more as we went. Thank you for all the amazing meals, stories and game nights! This was a trip to remember forever, and we are so so grateful that you were a part of it.
Love, James and Allie
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January 2026

An Experience Beyond Our Wildest Dreams:

We have just returned home from the most incredible trip touring the British Virgin Islands aboard the Barefeet Retreat, and we truly don’t have enough words to capture how extraordinary this experience was from start to finish.

From the very beginning, the booking and planning process was seamless and thoughtful thanks to [Broker] and her amazing team. Every detail was handled with care, professionalism, and genuine e.

New Years 2025/26

Kari and Matt,
Thank you so much for all you did to make our Christmas vacation so awesome. The food was great and you were so wonderfully flexible to provide the activities we wanted. What a great trip with so many wonderful memories
- Jude

Our family motto is, “another best day ever” and this whole week definitely was! From the activities to the food, drink and weather, it was an amazing week. Thank you Matt and Kari
- Beth

Wha.

Christmas week 2025


Thank you Matt & Kari for a wonderful time on the water in the BVI this last week. I’ve never done anything close to this in my life and this experience is something I’ll remember forever. Happy birthday Kari and thank again to the both of you for a trip of a lifetime!
Dan

Y’all are the absolute best! We can’t thank you enough for the best trip ever… Memories to last a lifetime!
Roll Tide,
Angelynn and Ryan

Guest reviews for Matt & Kari 2025


There are not enough words to express how much fun we had with you this week. You went above and beyond – attending our wedding & playing the Uke for my walk down the aisle, turning Sam into a mini bosun, playing liars dice many evenings, the list goes on…. We will cherish this trip for the rest of our lives and you two are a big part of that. Thank you for the laughs, the fun, the new experiences, and the memories. Thank you all for making our wedding week so specia.

April 2025 - Wedding Charter


Thank you for an amazing trip with memories that will last a lifetime. Love you guys! - Molly & Steven (4 time returning clients)

What a fantastic time with true genuine people that care! Thank you really doesn’t cover it! - Pro (2 time returning client)

I enjoyed this trip so much! I will always remember this moment! Thank you for making memories with us and adding more joy to my life. - Avery (age 12)

This trip will always have a.

March 2024

Paula & Ryan,

Thank you for an amazing week! Incredible food! You both made us feel at home. Can’t wait to come back! - Lisa & Ray

Could not have had a better week! Every meal was fantastic! Beyond all expectations! Thanks for making memories that will last a lifetime! Hope we will meet again. - Sally & Rick

OH MY! It will take a bit to recover from our visit aboard Barefeet Retreat! The echos of laughter & the aroma of delicio.

March 2024

It was an amazing vacation. Jenn and Bree were great to sail with and took us to so many islands. Loved their suggestions on islands and things to do. The food on the yacht was five star. The snorkeling and paddle boarding and exploring all the beaches where are favorite. Yacht was very clean. Cabins were comfortable. There was enough areas with shade .The food was amazing. Such a variety. The food was 5 star. I felt it was very healthy also beautiful presentation. They did have some great signa.

Amazing Vacation

"Creating lifelong memories is a special treasure that so many of us take for granted until it is too late. However, the week we spent on Barefeet Retreat with Captain Jenn and Breezy Cooking will always hold a special place in our hearts and our entire group is excited to be back on the boat with them again in the future. When a trip ends with genuine hugs and tears, that sums up that not only did everyone very much enjoy themselves, but we all made a special lifelong bond that cannot be forg.

Special lifelong bond that cannot be forgotten

Bree and Jen are like the dynamic duo. Their personalities and dedication to a great charter, I imagine will be hard to find again. The food was amazing and Bree got it right every meal. Jenn was not only an awesome captain, but a great Scuba instructor as well. From the moment we stepped on the Yacht, the two of them really made us feel at home, comfortable, relaxed and in a mindset to have a great time. We only hope to bring our children back with us next time. p.s They found us front row mat .

The dynamic duo

What a Fantastic week we had with Mary Poppins (Bree) and Wonder Woman(Jenn)! They made all our adventures come true! We had a group of 8 with 6 divers and they made us extremely comfortable, paying attention to every detail possible. Food was out of this world and the sailing was very fun. You will be so happy you picked these two. - Troy K..

Fantastic week

Our stay was beyond comfortable because Captain Jenn and Chef Bree exceeded all our expectations and truly brought our preferences to life! With children on board, we were amazed at the endless activities and constant attention that they provided to help us feel at home. Captain Jenn amazed us with her skill and knowledge, but also was warm and patient with our gang. And, Chef Bree is a ray of sunshine! She prepared five star meals for every seating and amazed us with daily cocktails of the day .

We are ready to book again

Jenn and Bree were outstanding! Both ladies were gracious, welcoming and good humored hosts every day. They were very knowledgeable about all things sailing/St.Thomas and St. John related and maintained the perfect balance of professionalism and friendliness with all of us.

Jenn gave us a daily game plan about stops, sails and activities each morning and was always eager for our feedback and open to changes. We had a great mix of activities - hiking one day, hitting a beach at 2 .

Couldn't have dreamed of a better crew

“You have arrived, do yourself a favor and stop searching now, you will not find a better combination of craft and crew than this. Sailing aboard Barefeet Retreat with Captain Jenn & Chef Abrye is as good as it gets. We truly cannot think of a single thing that we would have changed during the entire week we spent. This newer yacht is very roomy, has all the comforts of home, and plenty of covered space for all to enjoy. Jenn & Abrye are intelligent, skilled, and kind, both with gr.

Get ready to worry about nothing at all

Wanted to let you just how impressed we were with EVERYTHING on Barefeet charterlast week. And when I say everything, I mean everything.

Highlights:
Meeting Herman the 140 years+ old turtle
Watching Capt. Jenn and Bree swim with a mom and Baby Dolphin (see below)
Eating, drinking, laughing - repeat every day!
A little competition Bar Crawl on the Boat - complete with a Congo Line (my crew is crazy)
Food was amazing
It was absolutely hands .

Hands down best vacation ever

Crew Friendliness:
Jenn and Bree were fabulous. They exuded warmth and friendliness and made all of us feel most welcome onboard. Mac (7) fell in love with our hosts and they with him.

Crew Knowledge:
We felt completely at ease with both crew members. It was readily apparent they knew what they were doing.

Quality of Service:
Considering there were 10 guests and just two crew members, the service was outstanding. Jenn and Bree worked t.

Broker provided survey

Crew

New Crew for 2026/27 Season TBD

Captain Matt Neidlinger
Hi, I’m Matt—and I’m looking forward to welcoming you aboard. Before we meet in person, let me share a bit about my journey.

I grew up on the Mississippi River in northwestern Illinois, where boating, water-skiing, and fishing were part of everyday life. My parents instilled in me a deep respect for the water from an early age, and that connection has shaped everything since.

In 2005, I took a charter vacation in the British Virgin Islands—and it changed everything. The beauty of the Caribbean, the rhythm of life on the water, and the joy of sharing it with others sparked something permanent. Just a year later, I moved to the islands and began my career as a mate aboard a charter catamaran.

Seventeen years later, I’m still doing what I love. I’ve had the privilege of chartering throughout the Bahamas and the eastern Caribbean, and today, I’m proud to welcome guests aboard the Barefeet Retreat. Whether you’re eager to paddle, snorkel, hike—or simply relax and soak in the scenery—I’m here to help you make the most of every moment. I hold a 200-ton US Coast Guard License, am a certified ASA Sailing Instructor, and a PADI
Divemaster. More than anything, I’m passionate about creating unforgettable experiences on the water.

Chef Kari Compson
After more than two decades in corporate America, I traded boardrooms for blue water and never looked back. My journey into yachting began with a charter in the Grenadines, and that experience lit a fire in me. I earned my STCW certification and dove headfirst into the world of crewed charters, working in the Grenadines, Virgin Islands, and the Bahamas.

My first chef role was aboard a large motor yacht, but I quickly realized my heart belonged to smaller boats—where I could connect directly with guests and craft meals that truly elevate their experience. My cooking reflects my adventurous spirit and deep love for life on the water. I focus on fresh, wholesome ingredients and love weaving local flavors into every dish. I also understand the importance of dietary needs—having a food allergy myself—and I take great care to tailor menus to each guest’s preferences.

When I’m not in the galley, you’ll find me snorkeling, hiking, paddle boarding, or swimming in the turquoise waters. I can’t wait to welcome you aboard Barefeet Retreat and share the flavors, sights, and serenity that make this lifestyle so unforgettable.







Sample Menu

Breakfast
• Spring Vegetable Frittata w/goat cheese, fresh vegetables and herbs with Greek 
yogurt parfait
• Avocado and tomato egg scramble with fresh cilantro and homestyle caramelized 
onion potatoes
• BLTAE - Bacon, lettuce, tomato, avocado and fried egg sandwich with spicy mayo 
served on fresh sourdough with citrus brown sugar marinated fruit salad
• Stuffed French toast with Raspberry compote and cream, fresh tropical fruit and 
crispy bacon
• Breakfast Banana Split: Yogurt covered in fresh mixed berries and slivered almonds 
served in a banana boat and drizzled with honey and cinnamon

Lunch:
• Chipotle Shrimp and chicken tacos with fresh pico de gallo and cilantro, black bean
salad with corn, avocado and lime juice
• Grilled skirt steak with cherry balsamic sauce, served with a warm spinach,
mushroom and pine nut salad
• Seared yellowfin tuna with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, scallions, avocado and 
spicy sriracha mayo, served over a bed of brown rice
• Blueberry and barrel aged Feta salad, tiny lettuces, cornbread cracker, pistachios, 
and lemon curd dressing
• Farro salad with pine nuts, blueberries, peaches, spinach and basil, tossed with a 
honey vinegarette 

Dinner:
• Slow roasted salmon marinated in honey, ginger, lime and Dijon vinegarette over
creamy coconut lime rice with roasted spring vegetables
• Grilled snapper with blended Caribbean spices, citrus and fresh mint served with 
roasted pineapple salad and herbed cous cous
• Swordfish with champagne beurre blanc, roasted asparagus and citrus infused farro
• Bourbon Brown Sugar smoked pork loin over mashed sweet potatoes and roasted 
zucchini with lemon zest and sprinkled with parmesan
• Filet medallions with garlic herb butter, rosemary roasted potatoes and sauteed 
almond haricots verts
• Roasted chicken breast smothered in a Mediterranean sauce - sun dried tomato,
dill, capers, lemon, balsamic and olive oil, over a bed of lemon and parsley risotto 
and roasted rainbow vegetables

Appetizers:
• Creamy curried carrot ginger soup with parmesan croutons
• Caprese salad with toasted bread crisps
• Ceviche with guacamole and fresh tortilla chips
• Salmon bites with jerk seasoning and mango salsa
• Summer Charcuterie board with caramelized red wine onion dip

Desserts:
• Lemon curd pound cake with blueberry compote
• Vanilla crème Brulé with fresh raspberries
• Mini key lime tarts with whipped cream
• Boozy Chocolate Kahlua Cupcakes
• Blueberry lavender mini cheesecakes
• Chocolate Pavlova with whipped cream and passionfruit

 

Updated December 2025

Availability

Hold

Booked

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BAREFEET RETREAT

17.37 m/ 57.00 Ft Matrix Yachts

SPECIAL FEATURES:

  • Sleeps 10 guests
  • 5.1m/16'9"
  • Shallow draft and fast speeds for reef exploration

GUEST ACCOMMODATION:

Barefeet Retreat accommodates up to 10 guests in 5 luxury queen cabins each with its own on-suite head and shower. All guest cabins are fully air-conditioned for guest comfort. Barefeet Retreat has a galley-up layout with all the modern amenities needed for the ultimate family and friend vacation.

Barefeet Retreat has full stainless steel side rails making her the preferred boat for kids.

Crew use port aft cabin.

.

PERFORMANCE & RANGE:

.

ONBOARD COMFORT & ENTERTAINMENT

  • Air conditioning and fans
  • Swim platforms
  • Heated deck showers
  • Watermaker and generators
  • WiFi internet access
  • Full surround sound system
  • i/Device docking stations
  • Cockpit icemaker
  • Barbecue

Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

Wheelchair Accessible

Games Consoles

Water Activities

BAREFEET RETREAT has the following Water Activities available:

No Person Kayaks

Water-Skis

1 x Wake Board

2 x Paddleboard

1 x Inflatable water toy

10 x Scuba Diving Equipment

Beach Games

For a full list of all available amenities & entertainment facilities, or price to hire additional equipment please contact your broker.

Built (Year)

2020

Length

57 FT

Type

Cat

No. of Guests

10

No. of Cabins

5

Total Crew

2

CABIN CONFIGURATION

0 Master 5 Double

RATES:

High Rate: $32500 per week
Low Rate: $31600 per week
https://harperyachting.com

Crew

New Crew for 2026/27 Season TBD

Captain Matt Neidlinger
Hi, I’m Matt—and I’m looking forward to welcoming you aboard. Before we meet in person, let me share a bit about my journey.

I grew up on the Mississippi River in northwestern Illinois, where boating, water-skiing, and fishing were part of everyday life. My parents instilled in me a deep respect for the water from an early age, and that connection has shaped everything since.

In 2005, I took a charter vacation in the British Virgin Islands—and it changed everything. The beauty of the Caribbean, the rhythm of life on the water, and the joy of sharing it with others sparked something permanent. Just a year later, I moved to the islands and began my career as a mate aboard a charter catamaran.

Seventeen years later, I’m still doing what I love. I’ve had the privilege of chartering throughout the Bahamas and the eastern Caribbean, and today, I’m proud to welcome guests aboard the Barefeet Retreat. Whether you’re eager to paddle, snorkel, hike—or simply relax and soak in the scenery—I’m here to help you make the most of every moment. I hold a 200-ton US Coast Guard License, am a certified ASA Sailing Instructor, and a PADI
Divemaster. More than anything, I’m passionate about creating unforgettable experiences on the water.

Chef Kari Compson
After more than two decades in corporate America, I traded boardrooms for blue water and never looked back. My journey into yachting began with a charter in the Grenadines, and that experience lit a fire in me. I earned my STCW certification and dove headfirst into the world of crewed charters, working in the Grenadines, Virgin Islands, and the Bahamas.

My first chef role was aboard a large motor yacht, but I quickly realized my heart belonged to smaller boats—where I could connect directly with guests and craft meals that truly elevate their experience. My cooking reflects my adventurous spirit and deep love for life on the water. I focus on fresh, wholesome ingredients and love weaving local flavors into every dish. I also understand the importance of dietary needs—having a food allergy myself—and I take great care to tailor menus to each guest’s preferences.

When I’m not in the galley, you’ll find me snorkeling, hiking, paddle boarding, or swimming in the turquoise waters. I can’t wait to welcome you aboard Barefeet Retreat and share the flavors, sights, and serenity that make this lifestyle so unforgettable.







https://harperyachting.com/

Sample Menu

Breakfast
• Spring Vegetable Frittata w/goat cheese, fresh vegetables and herbs with Greek 
yogurt parfait
• Avocado and tomato egg scramble with fresh cilantro and homestyle caramelized 
onion potatoes
• BLTAE - Bacon, lettuce, tomato, avocado and fried egg sandwich with spicy mayo 
served on fresh sourdough with citrus brown sugar marinated fruit salad
• Stuffed French toast with Raspberry compote and cream, fresh tropical fruit and 
crispy bacon
• Breakfast Banana Split: Yogurt covered in fresh mixed berries and slivered almonds 
served in a banana boat and drizzled with honey and cinnamon

Lunch:
• Chipotle Shrimp and chicken tacos with fresh pico de gallo and cilantro, black bean
salad with corn, avocado and lime juice
• Grilled skirt steak with cherry balsamic sauce, served with a warm spinach,
mushroom and pine nut salad
• Seared yellowfin tuna with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, scallions, avocado and 
spicy sriracha mayo, served over a bed of brown rice
• Blueberry and barrel aged Feta salad, tiny lettuces, cornbread cracker, pistachios, 
and lemon curd dressing
• Farro salad with pine nuts, blueberries, peaches, spinach and basil, tossed with a 
honey vinegarette 

Dinner:
• Slow roasted salmon marinated in honey, ginger, lime and Dijon vinegarette over
creamy coconut lime rice with roasted spring vegetables
• Grilled snapper with blended Caribbean spices, citrus and fresh mint served with 
roasted pineapple salad and herbed cous cous
• Swordfish with champagne beurre blanc, roasted asparagus and citrus infused farro
• Bourbon Brown Sugar smoked pork loin over mashed sweet potatoes and roasted 
zucchini with lemon zest and sprinkled with parmesan
• Filet medallions with garlic herb butter, rosemary roasted potatoes and sauteed 
almond haricots verts
• Roasted chicken breast smothered in a Mediterranean sauce - sun dried tomato,
dill, capers, lemon, balsamic and olive oil, over a bed of lemon and parsley risotto 
and roasted rainbow vegetables

Appetizers:
• Creamy curried carrot ginger soup with parmesan croutons
• Caprese salad with toasted bread crisps
• Ceviche with guacamole and fresh tortilla chips
• Salmon bites with jerk seasoning and mango salsa
• Summer Charcuterie board with caramelized red wine onion dip

Desserts:
• Lemon curd pound cake with blueberry compote
• Vanilla crème Brulé with fresh raspberries
• Mini key lime tarts with whipped cream
• Boozy Chocolate Kahlua Cupcakes
• Blueberry lavender mini cheesecakes
• Chocolate Pavlova with whipped cream and passionfruit

 

Updated December 2025

Thank You!

High Rate: $32,500 per week
Low Rate: $31,600 per week

Additional Rate Details:

 

INQUIRE for availability for 2026/27 season
 

GENERAL NOTES: MINIMUM NIGHTS: 5, Inquire for less 
For 6 night charters, divide weekly rate by 7 nights X 6 nights. For 5 nights or less, divide weekly rate by 6 nights X number of nights.
BVI Ports Only - BVI taxes & fees are INCLUDED in the rate.

SLEEP ABOARD: 1/2 the daily rate. Dinner ashore at client expense. 
Includes boarding after 4pm, welcome cocktail and breakfast the next morning. Please no sleep aboards on 48hr turns.
EXCLUDES: Christmas and New Years

HALF-BOARD: Includes: 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 3 dinners. Requires 3 lunches & 4 dinners ashore at client expense. Take $150 per person off standard rate 

LOCAL FARE: Includes 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 6 dinners. Requires 2 lunches and 1 dinner ashore at client expense. Take $75 per person off standard rate. 


CHRISTMAS/NEW YEARS 2026/27: 
7 night minimum. 
CHRISTMAS: 1-10 guests @ $39,000 - charter must end by 12/26
NEW YEARS: 1-10 guests @ $48,000 - charter may not start prior to 12/28






 

Summer Base Port:
Summer Operating Area: Caribbean Virgin Islands (US/BVI), Caribbean Virgin Islands (BVI)
Winter Base Port:
Winter Operating Area: Caribbean Virgin Islands (US/BVI), Caribbean Virgin Islands (BVI)
Location Details: Yacht is BVI Based